On Dec., 27. 2024, the California Department of Education (CDE) Special Education Division rescinded its letter to the field on pro-rated caseloads for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) who work with a mixed caseload of 3-5-year-olds and 6-21-year-olds. This means that:

1. We can no longer file CDE complaints over a lack of prorated caseloads for mixed-age groups on SLP caseloads unless the caseload exceeds 55.
2. If an SLP has a mixed-age caseload, the average of 55 is the maximum permitted under the Ed. Code.
3. Relevant CBA language must still be followed. This does not impact any negotiated caseload provisions.

We want to hear your story! How has this policy change impacted your caseload numbers if you are working with a mixed caseload of ages 3-21?